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Google Opens Up New Functionality, Language Support to Assistant Developers

Tim November 15, 2017 3

At some point down the road, users will be able to take advantage of changes Google is making to Google Assistant this week, including new language support, Google Home to phone hand-off, and more. Open now to developers, app creators can build apps in Spanish...

Google, It’s Time for a Pixel TV or Google Home TV Box

Kellen November 15, 2017 3

Look at that image above and tell me what's missing. After sharing news of the Nexus Player gaining access to Google Assistant this morning, it really got me thinking about Google's current Android TV situation. And when I say "current Android TV situation" I'...

Google Maps UI Update Puts Emphasis on Explore, Driving, and Transit

Tim November 15, 2017 3

If you're part of the Google Maps beta (and you should be), what I'm about to share may not be news for you, but to anyone not part of the beta, be on the lookout for a new look in Google Maps this week. Detailed by the Google Maps team, they are changing up...

Sprint Offers Free Access to Hulu for Those on New or Existing Unlimited Plan

Tim November 15, 2017 3

If binge watching some of the more popular TV shows out there right now interests you, Sprint's unlimited plan may be something to consider. Announced today, Sprint will offer folks on a new or existing unlimited plan free access to Hulu, giving you all the...

3-Year Old Nexus Player Now has Google Assistant Too

Kellen November 15, 2017 3

The Nexus Player, Google's Android TV box that was first introduced in late 2014 for $99 with a pretty low set of specs, now has Google Assistant. It runs Oreo too, by the way. The unit I keep hooked up to a monitor in my office received November's security...

Shake It Like a Polaroid: Motorola Intros the Insta-Share Printer Moto Mod, Priced at $199

Tim November 15, 2017 3

Introduced this morning, the Insta-Share Printer from Polaroid may be one of the cooler Moto Mods we've seen to date. With it, you snap a photo on your Motorola device, then simply print it out and hand it over to whoever you want. Using ZINK Zero-Ink paper,...

Razer Phone Now Available for Purchase at $699

Kellen November 15, 2017 3

The Razer Phone is now up for purchase! To recap, the Razer Phone was built with gamers in mind, but also those who want a serious entertainment machine. It features a 5.7-inch IGZO QHD LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 835 processor, 8GB RAM,...

Verizon Galaxy S8, S8+, and Moto Z2 Force All Pickup Updates

Kellen November 14, 2017 3

The week is still young, but Verizon has already begun pushing out software updates to some of its more important phones. Over the next day, owners of the Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, and Moto Z2 Force will all receive over-the-air updates. For the Galaxy S8...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 3

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 2

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 6

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 3

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 12

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 4

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 2

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Watch Ultra at $399 Still Available ($250 Off)

Tim December 26, 2025 3

For those with an aging Galaxy timepiece on the wrist, now is a good time to consider an upgrade. Samsung is offering very...

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Samsung Takes $1000 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7, Provides Free Storage Upgrade

Tim December 24, 2025 3

The holidays are a great time spoil others, but maybe it's time you were just a tad bit selfish and thought about your own...

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There’s a Way to Get $700 Off a Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen December 22, 2025 3

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025 3

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 3

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 3

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 3

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025 3

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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